Twenty new jobs as Deli-Lites makes £1/4m investment

Leading food-to-go producer Deli-Lites is set to create 20 jobs as its aims for international growth with £250,000 investment in a new innovation hub and major refurbishment at its Warrenpoint base.

The innovation hub is a unique business space which will be used for product-development workshops and demonstrations with clients. The new creative area also replicates the retail environment to showcase the company's growing product range, which has grown to include sandwiches, wraps, bespoke bowls, juices, salad bowls, flatbreads and hot eats, as well as products from the in-house bakery.

The innovation-led business strategy will see the business expand into new international markets with export orders for its baked-goods and hot eats currently in the pipeline to Germany, Holland, and the Middle East - particularly Dubai - where customers are looking for high-quality products from trusted suppliers.

Speaking about the recent investment and the impact it will have on the business, CEO, Brian Reid, said:

"As a chef-led business which is focused on constantly developing new and exciting products and flavour combinations, innovation is at the heart of everything we do.

"This latest investment highlights our commitment to continued growth and development, and our emphasis on client-focused servicing, which we believe has helped us grow and become a trusted supplier to so many customers.

"Utilising the skills of our product development team, we work in partnership with our clients to create products which deliver specifically for their needs.

"The innovation hub gives us the space to expand this process and allows our customers to get a real feel for the retail experience and product offering, which can be adapted to appeal to all tastes and dietary requirements, including vegan, dairy free, low carb, high protein and gluten free."